Job Description
Program Manager Hydration Europe (M/F/D) Available in 10 locations Category Corporate Functions Job IDR-159438 The Opportunity: Program Manager Biopharma Production & Hydration Manufacturing Europe at Avantor Avantoris looking for a strategic and dynamicProgram Manager, based remotely in Gliwice, Poland, to lead and grow their Hydration European manufacturing initiatives. This role focuses on organizing, leading, and executing complex client-directed outsourcing projects to drive profitable growth for the Biopharma Production business unit. The Program Manager will be responsible for working directly with Avantors clients to assist in developing product design requirements across the project journey. The Program Manager will also be responsible for planning and executing projects from post-award to revenue generation. This role will utilize novel project management approaches and tools to advance project execution within a cross-functional environment, ensuring timely project completion. The role involves quarterly travel within Europe. Team Structure Reporting to the Senior Product Manager based in the US, TheProgram Managerwill be part of a team of 4 Strategic Professionals. Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree (B. A. / B. S.) in Marketing, Finance, Communications, Sciences or equivalent. Experience: 1-3 years experience working in Biopharma Production industry. Experience working for a CDMO (contract development and manufacturing organization) is strongly preferred. -5 years experience in a project management-related role. -Experience and/or knowledge of GLP/cGMP environment is a plus. How You Will Thrive and Create Impact Accountable for the planning and delivery of customer-directed buffer/media outsourcing projects from internal project acceptance through project closure for European based clients. Facilitate Avantors response to customer RFI (request for information) and RFQ (request for quotation) for custom buffer/media projects through internal cross-functional collaboration with sales, product management, R&D, operations, and quality. Assist customers in refining their outsourced product design requirements through a deep understanding of their end use application and recommend appropriate Avantor solutions including value added packaging configuration, QC release criteria, regulatory support, etc. Responsible for authoring statements of work (SOWs) to ensure alignment between client requirements and internal capabilities. These documents should capture all product design requirements, manufacturing strategies, quality, and regulatory support, and price structure leading to a customer executed letter of intent or contract. Accurately define timeline and resource requirements for assigned projects; timelines must accurately reflect all internal and external activities to ensure adherence to target dates for milestones and completion. Accountable for developing and maintaining a master project plan that includes project milestones, durations, and cross functional accountabilities for all revenue-generating activities throughout the scope of the project (LOI execution, process development, engineering and validation, commercial manufacturing, QC/QA release, shipment, etc.) Responsible for ensuring all project deliverables are completed per the committed timeline laid out in the master project plan. Ensure revenue recognition timing for the project stays on track. Manage and lead internal project team meetings by developing agendas, facilitating the meeting, capturing action items, and following up with meeting minutes. Manage and lead project governance calls with external clients and internal cross-functional team members that focus on project progress, timeline adherence, and changes to the project for continued project alignment. Responsible for developing the agenda, facilitating the meeting, capturing action items, and following up with meeting minutes. Responsible for tracking and reporting project performance (financials, timeline, escalations, additional support requirements, etc.) to leadership at predefined milestones. Knowledge, skills & abilities Exceptional problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict-resolution abilities. Capable of strategic thinking, with the tactical skills to execute plans. Proven track record of managing multiple priorities effectively. Customer-oriented with a technical focus, committed to meeting the needs of both internal and external clients. Collaborative team player with a strong ability to influence and drive plans to completion. The Program Manager will oversee project planning and execution from post-award to revenue generation, using innovative project management tools in a cross-functional environment. If you are an experienced Project Manager eager to surpass project delivery expectations using the latest tools and methodologies and are ready for the next step in your career, apply now! #LI-Remote Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Why Avantor? Dare to go further in your career.Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today! 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